At least five killed in massive wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine, officials say
Officials said the attacks were among the worst in ten days, with damage reported in eleven regions across the country.
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"These numbers clearly show that more protection is needed to save lives from Russian strikes. It is important to continue supporting Ukraine."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
"Please pay attention to air raid sirens tonight. Intelligence says Russia may be preparing a massive strike."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
"Russia alone bears responsibility."
— Maia Sandu , Politician
Key People
Maia Sandu is the President of Moldova, known for her pro-European policies.
Vitaliy Dyakivnych is the governor of the Poltava region in Ukraine.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
Yaroslav Shanko is the head of the military administration in Kherson.
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Officials said the attacks were among the worst in ten days, with damage reported in eleven regions across the country.
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